A popular form of medical marijuana, edibles, might be in short supply when Ohio finally starts up its medical marijuana program. According to a recent article in Forbes magazine, the Ohio Department of Commerce is having some difficulty trying to find reputable suppliers for cannabis edibles.

Officials report that many of the applicants are not meeting the minimum requirements to be a licensed producer under the new cannabis program. Currently, Ohio is limited to a maximum 40 marijuana processors across the state. These processors will prepare and distribute edibles and other forms of cannabis to dispensaries in the Buckeye state.

What Exactly Are “Edibles?”

There are many different forms of medical cannabis including raw flower, tinctures, oils, topicals, pills, and edibles. Edibles are a form of cannabis that can be consumed. Usually this means cannabis is “baked” into the edible, such as a brownie, cookie, or candy bar. However, when using edibles for medical purposes, you may want to avoid sweetened baked goods as the excess sugar isn’t healthy. Instead, consider looking for healthier, sugar-free edibles. If your local dispensary doesn’t carry any, you can also make your own using raw flower and recipes found online.

When it comes to consuming medical marijuana, it’s important to note that edibles are typically much stronger than other forms. As a result, it’s important to go slow until you know how it affects you.

Patient Testimonials

I really hope this helps change and save someones life. I was extremely MISERABLE for over 5 years before finding and being treated by Dr. Blatman. I tried 3-Chiropractors, 3- Physical Therapists, and 4- Neurosurgeons. Eventually I was physically unable to do anything and spent numerous hours laying down. FYI, I’m in my 40’s so I refused a handicap parking pass and heavy addictive pain pills. Those were the options consistently pushed upon me by the above experts. A customer saw my struggles and referred me to Dr. Blatman. It sounded too simple to be true. However, he SAVED my life with minimum visits and costs. I now vacation, play tennis, racquetball, and ride ATVs. Truly AMAZING!!

George Triantafilou

I visited Dr. Blatman to receive relief from a strained groin, and recurrent calf pain due to an injury a year ago. After two visits where Dr. Blatman performed the trigger point injection technique, both problems have been resolved and I have been able to resume all activities including playing tennis 3 times a week. I would highly recommend Dr. Blatman and his associates.

Chris Uhlhorn

As an author of one of the early texts on Evidence-Based Medicine I know the power and peril of anecdote. That said I arrived to present at a conference with a painfully familiar recurrence lower back pain, bracing myself for days if not weeks of symptoms to come. Hal kindly offered to diagnose and provide some hands on treatment. Within 10 minutes I felt 50% better and by morning I was 80% better and could put my socks on again. Within a week I was completely pain free. While this is by no means scientific evidence I could not help but feel awe inspired by Hal and his care.

Daniel Friedman, MD

Chronic Fatigue was my diagnosis in 2005. How do you treat Chronic Fatigue? Well, there is no magic pill or cure. So I suffered for almost 2 years. I did not find a magic pill but I did find Blatman Pain Clinic. I was cautious about many of his recommendations but I have found out the hard way to follow his advise. My energy level is back to normal. I can keep up with my hectic job and 2 teenage children. I am a single parent and they count on me! Thank You Dr. Blatman!

KG

The key to relieving chronic pain, especially fibromyalgia and myofascial pain, requires identification and treatment of perpetuating factors. This must be done on a patient-by-patient basis, due to the variables these conditions present. Dr. Blatman provides this total patient care.

Devin Starlanyl

When I first went to Dr. Blatman two years ago, I was spending 1-3 days a week in bed with severe neck pain, headaches and nausea. I had had migraines for 40 years and been to countless doctors, but did not receive any help. I had also developed chronic myofascial pain in my neck. Now, two years later, I have not been bed ridden with a sick pain event in my neck or head once, and I have a life again, thanks to Dr. Blatman's expert knowledge, thoughtful help and perseverance.

Wendy Andrews

After suffering with widespread pain for two years, I was told it was all in my head and that nothing could be done for my condition as nothing appeared on an x-ray or MRI. After joining a fibromyalgia support group, I was referred to Dr. Blatman. I found [it] to be very calm[ing] and reassuring that my pain was real. We discussed medication, therapies exercise and diet changes and Dr. Blatman literally walked with me in reclaiming my life.

Sylvia Link

I was in pain daily and forced to limit my exercise. This was a real blow to me because exercise had always been a part of my life. I tried anti-inflammatory medications and physical therapy, but nothing worked. I was afraid I was going to have to live the rest of my life like this. That’s when I was introduced to Dr. Blatman’s philosophies. By implementing his ideas of wellness into my life and selective trigger point injections, I’m happy to say that I am now happy, healthy and pain free.

Teri Boynton

Like so many people who suffer with chronic headaches, I had gotten only partial relief from traditional medicine. Dr. Blatman understands the impact of headache pain. His emphasis on multiple techniques made a big difference for me.

Chris Modrall

Within ten days, my groin muscle pain was gone and the elbow tendonitis pain resolved in a slightly longer time. Both problems have gone away with no recurrence.

Alan Rosenberg

I don’t have a lot of time to get better when my back hurts. Bad backs are an occupational hazard in dentistry. Treatment with Dr. Blatman gets me out of pain, back to work and back on the golf course with a minimal amount of down time. Having this treatment available has been an indispensable part of my life in terms of doing the things I need and love to do.

Dr. Richard Wolterman

Since beginning treatment with Dr. Blatman, I have lost lost 30 pounds and gone from being unable to walk without help, to a career singing and dancing at retirement communities, sometimes up to four hours a day.

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How Does PRP Therapy Stimulate Tissue Healing?

The essential science behind PRP injection therapy is to stimulate the body’s natural ability to repair itself. This alternative but effective therapy directly addresses the underlying condition that causes the pain. Also known as proliferation therapy or regenerative injection therapy, this treatment injects a concentrated solution of growth factors from your own blood into the afflicted muscle or tissue. The injection initiates the body’s natural healing response, rejuvenating growth within the tissue that creates new ligament or tendon fibers. Steroids are counter productive. We expect that treatment will result in significant improvement, and that one treatment may not be enough. Most appointments take 90 minutes. No surgery, general anesthesia or hospitalization is required. Patients can return to normal living with only a few days of recovery time needed. Return to sports may take several weeks.